Keenen Ivory Wayans
Keynote Speaker: Comedian, Director & Writer; Known for "White Chicks" and "In Living Color"
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Keenen Ivory Wayans Biography
Keenan Ivory Wayans is an influential comedian, actor, writer, and director best known for his groundbreaking work in television and film. Wayans grew up in a large and talented family, many of whom would go on to have successful careers in entertainment. He attended Tuskegee University on an engineering scholarship but left to pursue his passion for comedy in the early 1980s.
Wayans rose to fame as the creator, host, and producer of the early '90s hit sketch comedy show "In Living Color," which aired on Fox. The program was notable for its diverse cast, edgy humor, and satirical take on race and pop culture, launching the careers of stars like Jim Carrey, Jamie Foxx, and Jennifer Lopez. It also cemented the Wayans family’s influence in Hollywood, with several of Keenan’s siblings appearing on the show and later collaborating with him in various projects.
Wayans also made his mark in film. He directed, co-wrote, and starred in the 1988 cult classic "I'm Gonna Git You Sucka," a parody of 1970s blaxploitation films. He later co-wrote and directed the hit comedy "Scary Movie" in 2000, which became the highest-grossing film directed by an African American at the time and spawned a successful franchise.
In addition, he hosted a late night syndicated talk show, “The Keenan Ivory Wayans Show” and served as a celebrity judge on the eighth season of “Last Comic Standing.”
Wayans’ work has been praised for its bold, boundary-pushing humor and its contributions to diversifying mainstream comedy. A pioneer in Black entertainment, he continues to be a respected figure in Hollywood, known for his sharp wit and his influence in shaping the careers of numerous actors and comedians.
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Keenen Ivory Wayans is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as College, Black Heritage, Comedy, Acting, Diversity & Inclusion, Entertainers, Television & Film, Celebrity and Social Activism.
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Keenen Ivory Wayans generally travels from Los Angeles, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
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Keenen Ivory Wayans is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including College, Black Heritage and Comedy. The estimated speaking fee range to book Keenen Ivory Wayans for live events is $50,000 - $100,000. Please contact us for virtual event fees. Keenen Ivory Wayans generally travels from Los Angeles, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Spike Lee, Regina Hall and Lee Daniels. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Keenen Ivory Wayans for an upcoming event.
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How do I book Keenen Ivory Wayans to speak at my event?
Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Keenen Ivory Wayans for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Keenen Ivory Wayans, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Keenen Ivory Wayans or any other speaker of your choice. -
How much does it cost to book Keenen Ivory Wayans for a speaking engagement?
Speaking fees for Keenen Ivory Wayans, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fee for a live event is $50,000 - $100,000. For the most current speaking fee to hire Keenen Ivory Wayans, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent. -
What topics does Keenen Ivory Wayans speak about?
Keenen Ivory Wayans is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as College, Black Heritage, Comedy, Acting, Diversity & Inclusion, Entertainers, Television & Film, Celebrity and Social Activism. -
Where does Keenen Ivory Wayans travel from?
Keenen Ivory Wayans generally travels from Los Angeles, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. -
Who is the agent for Keenen Ivory Wayans?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Keenen Ivory Wayans for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Keenen Ivory Wayans for your next private or corporate function. -
What is a full-service speaker booking agency?
AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Keenen Ivory Wayans or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us. -
Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?
If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
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